Yoga Jewelry vs. Mala Beads

I practice yoga a lot. I have a lot of “yoga” type clothes. I have a ton of yoga books, mats, related music, etc. One thing I’m “anti” is yoga jewelry. Don’t get me wrong; there are some nice/cute/sexy pieces out there. For instance, check out www.SatyaJewelry.com or www.theYcatalog.com. And I love jewelry, but yoga jewelry?

My personal opinion is the yoga accessory category has gone overboard. I don’t need to wear yoga jewelry to verify my commitment to yoga. I don’t need to tattoo an OM symbol on my neck to prove to others I’m a yogi.

I know accessories are an expression of who we are but at some point, enough is enough. True expression comes from the heart –thoughts, words and actions. Yoga is a way of life. People can see it from my face, posture and shine. I don’t need material items to express yoga; it naturally expresses itself through me, out of me.

On the flip side, to keep me focused in my meditation practice I did purchase some jade mala beads last year from The Y Catalog. I originally just used them for my meditation practice but then I started to wear them. They felt good to wear. Next thing I knew, I was receiving compliments on them…multiple compliments.

What happened next? I ordered the faceted crystal mala beads, and I love them. I rotate between the crystal and jade beads for meditation and wear them regularly as well. Funny thing, I continue to receive compliments. Needless to say, I have mixed feelings now on what I term yoga jewelry.

Hey, check this site olalaonline.com. I got handbags here and they were so cheap and really great looking too.
They said I could return them after 180 days too, for whatever reason.
The best part is the free gifts. I love freebies and this one had so many earrings that I could earn for free.